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      ‘The deal was done’ – Jesse Lingard reveals he was ‘p***ed’ when Man Utd blocked his Newcastle transfer at last minute

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      JESSE LINGARD has admitted he was “p***ed” off when Manchester United blocked a January loan move to Newcastle last January.The 30-year-old decided to try and force his way into Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s plans last term after a successful six-month loan spell at West Ham.
      Lingard says a loan move to Newcastle was blocked which left him ‘p***ed’Credit: The Times
      However, Lingard found game time hard to come by under the Red Devils icon, as well as interim boss Ralf Rangnick.
      Come January 2022, Lingard had made only a handful of starts and began to grow frustrated with his contract due to expire in June.
      And in a bid to get back on the football pitch, a loan move in January to then Premier League strugglers Newcastle was agreed.
      But United decided to pull the plug on the move with their squad being too small – a decision that “p***ed” off Lingard.
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      Lingard told the Diary of a CEO podcast: “I wanted to go on loan again in January because I wasn’t playing again.
      “Newcastle was on the cards in January. The deal was done – everything – but the United squad was not big enough.
      “A couple of players went out on loan and when it came to me, [football director] John Murtough rang me and was like, ‘No, you’re not going on loan.’
      “I was like, ‘He’s on loan. Let me go and enjoy my football. I’m not playing here so let me go on loan. I want to play football.’
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      “He was like, ‘What do you want? Days off?’ I said, ‘No. I want to go play football.’ They stopped the loan so I was p***ed.”
      Lingard left boyhood club Man Utd in the summer without a proper sendoff, and a summer of transfer speculation followed.
      There were talks of a move to the MLS, as well as a return to the London Stadium, where he played his best football to date.
      However, Lingard decided to join Nottingham Forest on a one-year deal.
      The England international is yet to score or assist in the Prem, though.
      Once retired, Lingard says he’d like to move into acting – which could be a hint as to where he moves next. More

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      Man Utd ‘meet Marco Reus’ agent for stunning transfer meeting over £200,000-a-week Dortmund legend’

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      ERIK TEN HAG has met with Marco Reus’ agent to discuss a potential move to Manchester United, according to reports.The Borussia Dortmund midfielder is available on a free transfer at the end of the season.
      Erik ten Hag is reportedly keen on Marco ReusCredit: Getty
      And United boss Ten Hag is keen to add the £200,000-a-week star to his squad, reports Caught Offside.
      He has held talks with Reus’ agent Dirk Hebel and is believed to be a fan of the 33-year-old.
      Hebel and fellow representative Darren Freeman watched the Red Devils beat neighbours Manchester City 2-1 from the Old Trafford stands.
      Hebel has reportedly held talks with City, who were put off by Reus’ age, before travelling to London to potentially pursue transfer options in the capital.
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      The Red Devils could even use Dortmund’s interest in Anthony Elanga as a makeweight in the deal if they intend on signing Reus this month.
      The German outfit are keen to take the youngster on loan for the rest of the season.
      Reus is believed to be open to leaving Dortmund on a free transfer in the summer.
      Saudi side Al-Nassr are reportedly hoping to lure Reus to the club to play alongside Cristiano Ronaldo.
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      Reus has spent over a decade with Dortmund, having joined the club back in 2012 from Borussia Monchengladbach.
      He has made 368 appearances for the club, scoring 156 goals. More

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      Man Utd in talks to offload Facundo Pellistri in loan transfer to Flamengo after only making debut earlier this month

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are in talks to loan Facundo Pellistri to Flamengo, according to reports.The Uruguayan international has been at United since joining from Penarol in 2020.
      Facundo Pellistri is set to head out on loanCredit: AFP
      The Uruguayan recently made his senior United debutCredit: Getty
      He made his senior debut for the club earlier this month, coming on a substitute during the 3-0 League Cup quarter-final win over Charlton.
      Pellistri, 21, set up a goal for Marcus Rashford against the Addicks.
      But it seems he hasn’t done enough to force his way into boss Erik ten Hag’s plans for the rest of the season.
      According to Brazilian newspaper O Jogo, Flamengo are in talks to sign Pellistri on loan for the remainder of the year.
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      They claim that the South American giants are willing to pay Pellistri’s wages in full for the duration of the loan.
      Flamengo manager Vitor Pereira is keen to bolster his attack with the winger.
      The two clubs have done business together in the recent past, with Andreas Pereira having joined Flamengo on loan from United last year.
      They were unable to thrash out a permanent deal, however, with the midfielder joining Fulham for £10m in the summer instead.
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      Despite his inexperience at United, Pellistri has earned ten caps for his country.
      He represented Uruguay at the World Cup in Qatar, appearing in all three of their matches as they crashed out at the group stage.
      Since joining the Red Devils, Pellistri has twice been loaned to Spanish side Deportivo Alaves. More

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      Arsenal still willing to splash cash this month with Mikel Arteta looking at more transfers on top of Leandro Trossard

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      ARSENAL are still willing to splash out on new signings this month despite landing Leandro Trossard from Brighton.The versatile Belgian ace, 28, is set to join Mikel Arteta’s title chasers for an initial £21million.
      Arsenal are ready for more transfers once they sign Leandro TrossardCredit: Getty
      Arsenal moved for Trossard after seeing top target Mykhailo Mudryk join Chelsea.
      But the Athletic claims Arteta’s spending may not end there.
      The Gunners boss and transfer guru Edu are exploring every possible opportunity for new faces, despite not having an endless supply of cash.
      Arsenal are now on the verge of a shock £17.5m move for Spezia’s Polish centre-back Jakub Kiwior.
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      And reports in Spain claim Real Valladolid right-back Ivan Fresneda is also on his way to the Emirates.
      Meanwhile, options in other positions are being assessed with views to potential bids before deadline day.
      Arsenal are known to be in the hunt for a new midfielder.
      And while it is unlikely a big-money move for West Ham’s Declan Rice occurs, there could be the chance of an arrival on loan.
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      Youri Tielemans is another in Arteta’s sights, yet Leicester could be reluctant to part ways with his deal expiring in the summer.
      A new forward is also on the cards following Gabriel Jesus’ injury.
      And reports claim Arsenal are keeping tabs on Bournemouth star Jaidon Anthony.
      The 23-year-old is a former academy player and is also out of contract this year.
      The Cherries are open to selling him this month, but Anthony will not go for cheap due to additional interest from Leicester, Borussia Monchengladbach and Bayer Leverkusen. More

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      Arsenal legend Santi Cazorla, 38, set for shock transfer to second-division Spanish team after Al Sadd spell

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      ARSENAL legend Santi Cazorla is set for a shock summer transfer to a second-division Spanish team.The 38-year-old has spent the last two-and-a-half years playing for Qatar-based club Al Sadd.
      Cazorla has been playing in Qatar for the last two-and-a-half yearsCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      The Arsenal legend could join Oviedo in the summerCredit: Getty
      Cazorla had a productive spell in the Middle East, scoring 32 goals and assisting 30 in 76 games while winning six trophies.
      His contract is due to end in the summer but the ex-Arsenal and Spain ace has zero intentions to retire.
      According to AS, Cazorla could seal a free transfer to boyhood club Real Oviedo.
      Cazorla played in Oviedo’s youth ranks before joining Villarreal in 2003.
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      The two-time FA Cup winner is in continuous contact with the second tier club and has a good relationship with the club’s Mexican owner, Arturo Elias.
      AS’ report goes on to state that Cazorla doesn’t want to miss out on the chance to play in an Oviedo shirt.
      It isn’t the first time Oviedo have explored the possibility of signing Cazorla.
      Last summer, the former adviser to the club’s top shareholder, Federico Gonzalez, admitted that he had entered into conversations with both Juan Mata and Cazorla.
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      However, both knocked back the offer at the time – but left the door open for a potential future transfer.
      Wages are said to not be a problem, despite Cazorla raking in big bux in the Middle East.
      The final decision will be a sentimental one, not financial. More

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      Sheffield United slapped with transfer BAN as EFL investigates claims of non-payment of historical signings

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      SHEFFIELD UNITED have been slapped with a transfer ban.The promotion-chasing Championship side sit second in the table and look well on course to go up with Burnley.
      Paul Heckingbottom’s Sheffield United have been placed under a transfer embargoCredit: PA
      However, they will not be able to make any new signings as the EFL investigates claims of non-payment of historical transfer fees.
      United have breached EFL guideline 52.2.3, which concerns the default of payments to another club “under a transfer or compensation arrangement”.
      It is understood this relates to unpaid debt or failure to stick to agreed payment structures for incoming players.
      Therefore, the club has essentially been blocked from spending more money on transfers until they have paid their outstanding fees.
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      Fellow Championship club Cardiff City were also placed under a transfer embargo last month.
      That was after the Bluebirds refused to pay the first instalment of the £15million fee to tragic Emiliano Sala’s previous club Nantes.
      The latest news, though, comes as a major blow for the Blades with boss Paul Heckingbottom unable to add to his squad in the January transfer window.
      Heckingbottom had been desperate to bolster his attack with new additions before the end of the month.
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      The transfer embargo adds to the woes already surrounding United.
      The Blades are unable to complete their usual pre-match preparations because their new training ground pitch is still not ready, while the club are reluctant to overuse the Bramall Lane pitch.
      Heckingbottom, whose side host Hull tonight, said: “We’ve changed things today, training-wise.
      “I have to manage myself and adapt to do things we don’t normally do, with not being able to deliver it in the same way.
      “Time-wise, it’s still not at the level where we can play competitively on it.
      “Usually I would have gone from unopposed tactical sessions into opposed sessions, where I see people making decisions.
      “That’s the bit we are going to have to compromise on.” More

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      Five transfers Tottenham MUST seal in January including new keeper and defensive overhaul after Man City meltdown

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      TOTTENHAM are in huge danger of falling out of the top four race.Despite a string of unconvincing performances, Spurs went into the World Cup break residing in the top four.
      Tottenham surrendered a 2-0 lead against Manchester CityCredit: Getty
      Results have started to match poor displays since the Premier League’s resumption, however, with Antonio Conte’s side’s latest struggle coming against Manchester City yesterday.
      Spurs took a shock 2-0 half-time lead through Dejan Kulusevski and Emerson Royal’s quickfire double, only for a series of defensive calamities to undermine their efforts and see them fall to a 4-2 defeat.
      Tottenham are now five points off the top four, with Newcastle, Manchester United and City all possessing a game in hand.
      The Lilywhites managed to overhaul a bigger deficit to Arsenal during last season’s top four race – with January signings Dejan Kulusevski and Rodrigo Bentancur playing a huge part in pushing them over the line.
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      They will likely need similarly high quality reinforcements if they are to repeat the trick this year.
      So SunSport has taken a look at the five players Spurs should recruit in order to clamber back into the top four race.
      JORDAN PICKFORD
      Jordan Pickford has impressed for an awful Everton side this season.
      The England No1 is happy at Goodison Park, but only has 18 months remaining on his contract.
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      Amid the threat of relegation to the Championship, Pickford could move to Spurs to replace the increasingly error-prone stalwart Hugo Lloris
      Jordan Pickford has played well for a dismal Everton side this seasonCredit: Alamy
      PEDRO PORRO
      Tottenham are eagerly trying to sign Sporting Lisbon right wing-back Pedro Porro.
      The position is a priority for Spurs, with Emerson Royal having proven to be not good enough for Conte’s side.
      Having turned down a number of bids already, Sporting are determined to hold out for Porro’s £39.9million release clause.
      Spurs want to sign Pedro Porro from Sporting Lisbon this monthCredit: Getty
      KIM MIN-JAE
      Having been linked with Kim Min-jae last summer, Spurs could return for the commanding Napoli centre-back.
      The 26-year-old is a rock at the back and an international team-mate of South Korean star Son Heung-min.
      Tottenham would have to move swiftly to sign him, however, with Man United and Real Madrid also linked.
      Kim Min-jae has been a revelation for Napoli this seasonCredit: Rex
      PIERO HINCAPIE
      Spurs are weighing up a £20m swoop for Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Piero Hincapie.
      The Lilywhites are set to be in again for a left-footed defender, with loanee Clement Lenglet to return to Barcelona at the end of the season.
      However, Leverkusen may demand that they keep the highly-rated 21-year-old on loan for the remainder of the campaign.
      Piero Hincapie is a ball playing left-footed defenderCredit: Getty
      NICOLO ZANIOLO
      Tottenham want to bolster their creative midfield options this month, with Nicolo Zaniolo fitting the bill.
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      The Italian international, 22, could be allowed to leave Roma on an initial loan, with Spurs having an obligation to buy worth around £31m.
      Zaniolo has also attracted interest from Borussia Dortmund and West Ham.
      Roma could cash in on homegrown star Nicolo ZanioloCredit: Rex More

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      Chelsea could make £55MILLION loss on Kai Havertz as Bayern Munich ‘line up transfer swoop’

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      CHELSEA could reportedly be set to make a whopping £55MILLION loss on Kai Havertz.The 23-year-old cost the Blues £72m up-front when they signed the attacker from Bayer Leverkusen back in September 2020.
      Bayern Munich are lining-up a move for Chelsea’s Kai HavertzCredit: Rex
      But that deal could eventually cost them £90m in total due to add-on clauses.
      Initially costing £72m, the attacking midfielder will earn Leverkusen an extra £18m if certain performance-related bonuses are fulfilled.
      Chelsea handed over another £9m when Havertz fired them to Champions League glory against Manchester City in 2021.
      And they were also due to pay a further £9m as an instalment at a later date.
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      However, amid an influx of new signings as part of owner Todd Boehly’s mega-money overhaul of the squad, the German international could reportedly be heading back to his homeland as a huge loss to the club.
      According to Sky Germany, Bayern Munich are watching Havertz’s situation at Chelsea very closely.

      They state that a move may happen in the summer – but the transfer fee would only be between £35m to £52m.
      Havertz, who is under contract until 2025, has scored six goals so far this season and is Chelsea’s joint-top scorer with Raheem Sterling.
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      Chelsea have splashed out £445m on 14 new players since last summer and know they could face huge problems regarding Financial Fair Play rules should they miss out on Champions League qualification.
      Havertz earns £310k-a-week, and with Boehly keen to lower the wage bill, and with an influx of new signings, he could be on his way to help balance the books.
      The Blues have already acquired Benoit Badiashile, David Datro Fofana, Andrey Santos and Mykhailo Mudryk for a combined £116m.And they also paid £10m to Atletico Madrid to loan forward Joao Felix for the remainder of the campaign. More